21. Coccidioidomycosis Host Response And Vaccine Development Cox coccidioidomycosis Host Response and Vaccine Development Rebecca A. Cox* and D. Mitchell Magee http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

22. Coccidioidomycosis Coccidiodomycosis includes a variety of illnesses many not requiring therapy; itis acquired from inhalation of the spores. http://www.doctorfungus.org/Mycoses/human/cocci/coccidioidomycosis.htm

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23. Coccidioidomycosis A Regional Disease Of National Importance coccidioidomycosis A Regional Disease of National Importance http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

24. THE MERCK MANUAL, Sec. 13, Ch. 158, Systemic Fungal Diseases BR coccidioidomycosis is endemic in the southwestern USA, including the central valley Primary coccidioidomycosis is usually asymptomatic, but nonspecific http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual/section13/chapter158/158c.jsp

25. Valley Fever Center For Excellence The mission of the VFCE is to mobilize resources for the eradication of Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis) through http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

26. THE MERCK MANUAL--SECOND HOME EDITION, Coccidioidomycosis In Ch. 197, Fungal Inf Most people with acute primary coccidioidomycosis have no symptoms. A doctormay suspect coccidioidomycosis if a person develops symptoms after living http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec17/ch197/ch197e.html

var externalLinkWarning = "The link you have selected will take you to a site outside Merck and The Merck Manuals.*n*nThe Merck Manuals do not review or control the content of any non-Merck site. The Merck Manuals do not endorse and are not responsible for the accuracy, content, practices, or standards of any non-Merck sources."; Search The Second Home Edition , Online Version Search Index A B C D ... Z Sections Accidents and Injuries Blood Disorders Bone, Joint, and Muscle Disorders Brain, Spinal Cord, and Nerve Disorders ... Women's Health Issues Resources Anatomical Drawings Multimedia Pronunciations Weights and Measures ... , Online Version Section Infections Chapter Fungal Infections Topics Introduction Aspergillosis Blastomycosis Candidiasis Coccidioidomycosis Cryptococcosis Histoplasmosis Mucormycosis Paracoccidioidomycosis ... Sporotrichosis Coccidioidomycosis Buy The Book Print This Topic Email This Topic Pronunciations amphotericin B arthritis aspergillosis blastomycosis ... sporotrichosis Coccidioidomycosis (San Joaquin fever, valley fever) is infection caused by the fungus Coccidioides immitis that usually affects the lungs (see Pneumonia: Fungal Pneumonia The spores of Coccidioides can be found in soil in the southwestern United States, Central America, and South America. Farmers and others who work with soil are most likely to inhale the spores and become infected. People who become infected while traveling may not develop symptoms of the disease until after they leave the area.

27. Coccidioidomycosis Fact Sheet The major responsibilities of the Communicable Disease Control Program are toidentify disease outbreaks, respond rapidly to suspect and confirmed diseases http://health.utah.gov/els/epidemiology/epifacts/cocci.html

DELS Home Page Communicable Disease Control Epidemiology Communicable Disease ... Utah Public Health Lab C occidioidomycosis (Valley fever) (*PDF version) for printing. What is coccidioidomycosis? Coccidioidomycosis is an infectious disease caused by inhaling spores of a fungus called Coccidioides immitis . The disease starts out as a respiratory illness and may progress to a persistent infection. Disseminated coccidioidomycosis is the most severe form of the disease and is often fatal. Who gets coccidioidomycosis? Anyone who is present near dust-producing activities where soil or other materials contaminated with C. immitis are present can get coccidioidomycosis if enough spores are inhaled. People of African or Asian descent, pregnant women and people who are immunocompromised are at increased risk for developing disseminated coccidioidomycosis. C. immitis

28. AllRefer Health - Coccidioidomycosis (Coccidiosis, San Joaquin Valley Fever, Val coccidioidomycosis (Coccidiosis, San Joaquin Valley Fever, Valley Fever) informationcenter covers causes, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, http://health.allrefer.com/health/coccidioidomycosis-info.html

AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Breast Cancer Cancer Colon Cancer Depression Diabetes Gallbladder Disease Heart Attack Hepatitis High Cholesterol HIV/AIDS Hypertension Lung Cancer Menopause Migraines/Headaches Osteoporosis Pneumonia Prostate Cancer SARS Stroke Urinary Tract Infection 1600+ More Conditions Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Web health.allrefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Health Coccidioidomycosis Coccidioidomycosis Definition Prevention Treatment Expectations or Prognosis ... Go To Main Page Alternate Names : Coccidiosis, San Joaquin Valley Fever, Valley Fever Definition Coccidiodomycosis is a disease caused by the spores of the fungus, Coccidioides immitis Coccidioidomycosis - Chest X-Ray Pulmonary Nodule - Front View Chest X-Ray Infection is caused by inhalation of the spores of the fungus, Coccidioides immitis , which is often found in desert regions. About 60% of infections cause no symptoms and are only recognized later by a positive coccidioidin skin test In the remaining 40% of cases, symptoms range from mild to severe. People with a compromised immune system tend to have more serious infections. Individuals with

29. AllRefer Health - Chronic Pulmonary Coccidioidomycosis coccidioidomycosis Chronic Pulmonary information center covers causes, prevention,symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, incidence, risk factors, signs, tests, http://health.allrefer.com/health/coccidioidomycosis-chronic-pulmonary-info.html

AllRefer Channels :: Yellow Pages Reference Health Home ... Contact Us Quick Jump ADD/ADHD Allergies Alzheimer's Disease Arthritis Asthma Back Pain Breast Cancer Cancer Colon Cancer Depression Diabetes Gallbladder Disease Heart Attack Hepatitis High Cholesterol HIV/AIDS Hypertension Lung Cancer Menopause Migraines/Headaches Osteoporosis Pneumonia Prostate Cancer SARS Stroke Urinary Tract Infection 1600+ More Conditions Alternative Medicine Health News Symptoms Guide Special Topics ... Medical Encyclopedia Web health.allrefer.com You are here : AllRefer.com Health Chronic Pulmonary Coccidioidomycosis Coccidioidomycosis - Chronic Pulmonary Definition Prevention Treatment Expectations or Prognosis ... Go To Main Page Definition Chronic pulmonary coccidioidomycosis is a disease caused by breathing in a fungus found in the soil in certain parts of the southwestern U.S., Mexico, and Central and South America that can cause a chronic lung (pulmonary) condition. Coccidioidomycosis - Chest X-Ray Tuberculosis, Advanced - Chest X-Rays Fungus The infection is caused by breathing in the spores of a fungus found in desert regions such as Arizona or California's San Joaquin Valley. The disease can have an

30. Coccidioidomycosis - Valley Fever - Mesa Veterinary Hospital coccidioidomycosis Valley Fever. What it is Valley Fever coccidioidomycosis,or valley fever, is a disease caused by the fungus coccidioides imminia, http://www.mesavet.com/library/coccidi.htm

Home Client Forms Careers Search MVH WELCOMES NEW DOCTOR Mesa Veterinary Hospital is pleased to announce the arrival of Associate Veterinarian Dr. Michelle Moeller . Dr. Moeller comes to Mesa after completing a year-long internship at Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona, where she focused on small animal medicine and surgery. WE HAVE A WINNER! The winner of our Senior Pet Challenge contest is Lesilie Peterson of Chandler, Arizona. Lesilie owns a senior dog and cats. She'll receive 100 pounds of Hill's Science Diet Dog Food. The winner was selected from the correct entries received. Congratulations Lesilie! Coccidioidomycosis - Valley Fever What it is Valley Fever Coccidioidomycosis, or valley fever, is a disease caused by the fungus coccidioides imminia, which exists as a mold found in the soil. The highest incidence of this disease occurs in the desert areas of the southwestern United States. The environmental conditions necessary for survival of the fungus include a warm, arid climate, low elevations with small amounts of rainfall, and relatively alkaline soil. The disease occurs in most species of domestic animals, many exotic animals, and in man. It is usually not considered contagious from one animal to another or from animal to man. The disease occurs as a result of the inhalation of fungal spores directly from the soil or from dust in the air.

31. Coccidioidomycosis CHC Wausau Hospital s Medical Library and Patient Education Center providesresearch services and healthcare information to physicians, http://www.chclibrary.org/micromed/00043170.html

Main Search Index Definition Description Causes ... Resources Coccidioidomycosis Definition Coccidioidomycosis is an infection caused by inhaling the microscopic spores of the fungus Coccidioides immitis . Spores are the tiny, thick-walled structures that fungi use to reproduce. Coccidioidomycosis exists in three forms. The acute form produces flu-like symptoms. The chronic form can develop as many as 20 years after initial infection and, in the lungs, can produce inflamed, injured areas that can fill with pus (abscesses). Disseminated coccidioidomycosis describes the type of coccidioidomycosis that spreads throughout the body affecting many organ systems and is often fatal. Description Coccidioidomycosis is an airborne infection. The fungus that causes the disease is found in the dry desert soil of the southwestern United States, Mexico, and Central and South America. Coccidioidomycosis is sometimes called San Joaquin fever, valley fever, or desert fever because of its prevalence in the farming valleys of California. Although commonly acquired, overt coccidioidomycosis is a rare disease. Chronic infections occur in only 1 out of every 100,000 people. Although anyone can get coccidioidomycosis, farm laborers, construction workers, and archaeologists who work where it is dusty are at greater risk to become infected. People of any age can get coccidioidomycosis, but the disease most commonly occurs in the 25-55 age group. In its acute form, coccidioidomycosis infects men and women equally.

32. Coccidioidomycosis 114.9 coccidioidomycosis, unspecified REFERENCES; Isselbacher KJ, et al, edsHarrison s Principles of Internal Medicine. 13th Ed. New York, McGrawHill, http://www.5mcc.com/Assets/SUMMARY/TP0215.html

Coccidioidomycosis DESCRIPTION: Pulmonary fungal infection endemic to the Southwest USA. Can become progressive and involve extrapulmonary sites, including bone, CNS, and skin. Known as the "great imitator." Incubation period is 1 to 4 weeks after exposure. System(s) affected: Pulmonary, Nervous, Musculoskeletal, Skin/Exocrine, Endocrine/Metabolic Genetics: Unknown Incidence/Prevalence in USA: 100,000 cases per year. (0.5% extrapulmonary) Predominant age: All ages Predominant sex: Male = Female CAUSES: Coccidioides immitis, a soil fungus especially adapted to arid conditions. Liberated spores are inhaled when soil is disturbed: digging, construction sites, archaeological sites, dust storms, spelunking (exploring caves). Soil that lines rodent burrows is worst. Synonyms: Cocci Desert fever Posada-Wernicke disease Valley fever San Joaquin fever ICD-9-CM: 114.9 Coccidioidomycosis, unspecified REFERENCES: Isselbacher KJ, et al, eds: Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine. 13th Ed. New York, McGraw-Hill, 1994 Hedges E, Miller S: Coccidioidomycosis: Office diagnosis and treatment. Amer Fam Phys 1990

33. Coccidioidomycosis coccidioidomycosis Chronic and disseminated coccidioidomycosis, however, Powderly, William G. coccidioidomycosis. Journal of the International http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/coccidioidomycosis.jsp

34. Mycology Online -- Coccidioidomycosis coccidioidomycosis is initially, a respiratory infection, resulting from the For disseminated coccidioidomycosis the usual adult dose is 1.01.5 mg/kg http://www.mycology.adelaide.edu.au/Mycoses/Dimorphic_systemic/Coccidioidomycosi

The University of Adelaide Home Search Mycology Online ... Laboratory Methods THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE AUSTRALIA 5005 Contact: Dr David Ellis Email Telephone: Facsimile: Coccidioidomycosis Description: Coccidioidomycosis is initially, a respiratory infection, resulting from the inhalation of conidia, that typically resolves rapidly leaving the patient with a strong specific immunity to re-infection. However, in some individuals the disease may progress to a chronic pulmonary condition or to a systemic disease involving the meninges, bones, joints and subcutaneous and cutaneous tissues. Coccidioides immitis is a soil inhabiting fungus endemic in south-western U.S.A., northern Mexico and various centres in South America. Several cases have now been diagnosed in Australia, all in patients with a history of travel to endemic areas. Clinical manifestations: 60% of individuals suffer a benign and transient chest infection that does not require medical attention. Of the 40% who develop symptoms, most will have an acute febrile "flu-like" illness starting 7-28 days (average 10-16 days) after exposure and most patients will recover completely. The main symptoms are fever, pleuritic chest pain, cough, malaise, headache, myalgia, night sweats and loss of appetite. Many patients also develop a mild, diffuse erythematous or maculopapular rash on the trunk and limbs. However, 5-10% of patients that do develop symptoms are left with pulmonary residual nodule or cavity that is usually detected several months or years later. Another 5% of patients may develop metapulmonary dissemination to the meninges, bones, joints and subcutaneous and cutaneous tissues, within the first few weeks to months after the onset of primary infection .

35. Mycology Online | Coccidioidomycosis coccidioidomycosis showing chronic lesions of the face. Active lesions are seenon the cheek. An atrophic, depigmented scar representing a healed lesion is http://www.mycology.adelaide.edu.au/gallery/photos/cocci1.html

The University of Adelaide Home Search Mycology Online ... Laboratory Methods THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE AUSTRALIA 5005 Contact: Dr David Ellis Email Telephone: Facsimile: prev next Coccidioidomycosis Coccidioidomycosis showing chronic lesions of the face. Active lesions are seen on the cheek. An atrophic, depigmented scar representing a healed lesion is on the forehead. (Courtesy of Dr J.W. Rippon, USA). Mycology Online Last Modified 29/08/2005 David Ellis CRICOS Provider Number 00123M Privacy

36. Dr. Koop - Coccidioidomycosis Coccidiodomycosis is a disease caused by the of the fungus, . http://www.drkoop.com/ency/93/001322.html

Home Health Reference Coccidioidomycosis Jul 29, 2005 Search: Dr.Koop MEDLINE Diseases Symptoms Procedures Natural Medicine ... Drug Library Inside DrKoop News Archive Animations Health Videos Health Tools ... Newsletters Coccidioidomycosis Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Coccidioidomycosis Definition: Coccidiodomycosis is a disease caused by the spores of the fungus, Coccidioides immitis Alternative Names: Coccidiosis; San Joaquin Valley fever; Valley fever Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Infection is caused by inhalation of the spores of the fungus, Coccidioides immitis , which is often found in desert regions. About 60% of infections cause no symptoms and are only recognized later by a positive coccidioidin skin test In the remaining 40% of cases, symptoms range from mild to severe. People with a compromised immune system tend to have more serious infections. Individuals with AIDS are at higher risk for pulmonary (lung) coccidioidomycosis , as well as for the disseminated (spread to many body systems) and cutaneous (skin) forms of the disease. The disease can have an acute chronic , or disseminated form. Acute pulmonary coccidioidomycosis is almost always mild, with few or no symptoms, and resolves without treatment. The incubation period is 7 to 21 days.

37. Dr. Koop - Coccidioidomycosis - Disseminated coccidioidomycosis is aa disease caused by breathing in a fungus (Coccidioidesimmitis) found in the soil in certain parts of the southwestern US, Mexico, http://www.drkoop.com/ency/93/000095.html

Home Health Reference Coccidioidomycosis - disseminated Jul 29, 2005 Search: Dr.Koop MEDLINE Diseases Symptoms Procedures Natural Medicine ... Drug Library Inside DrKoop News Archive Animations Health Videos Health Tools ... Newsletters Coccidioidomycosis - disseminated Injury Disease Nutrition Poison ... Prevention Coccidioidomycosis - disseminated Definition: Coccidioidomycosis is a a disease caused by breathing in a fungus (Coccidioides immitis) found in the soil in certain parts of the southwestern U.S., Mexico, and Central and South America. It spreads through the bloodstream to involve many organs. Alternative Names: Systemic coccidioidomycosis Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Coccidioidomycosis is caused by breathing in the spores of a fungus in desert regions. About 60% of acute infections cause no symptoms and are only recognized by a positive coccidioidin skin test . In the remaining 40%, symptoms range from mild to severe. In disseminated disease, extension of infection to the bones, lungs, liver, meninges, brain, skin, heart, and pericardium (sac around the heart) may take place. Meningitis occurs in 30-50% of cases of disseminated disease. Immunodeficient (

38. MDTravel Health - Coccidioidomycosis MDTravel Health complete travel health information, updated daily, for physiciansand travelers. http://www.mdtravelhealth.com/infectious/coccioidomycosis.html

Coccidioidomycosis From the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Travelers' Health Information on Coccioidomycosis Technical information on coccidioidomycosis From Dr. Fungus Coccidioidomycosis - Back to Infectious Diseases -

39. Coccidioidomycosis: Definition And Much More From Answers.com coc·cid·i·oi·do·my·co·sis ( koksid e-oi do-mi-ko sis ) n. An infectiousrespiratory disease of humans and other animals caused by inhaling the. http://www.answers.com/topic/coccidioidomycosis

showHide_TellMeAbout2('false'); Business Entertainment Games Health ... More... On this page: Dictionary Encyclopedia Medical WordNet Wikipedia Best of Web Mentioned In Or search: - The Web - Images - News - Blogs - Shopping coccidioidomycosis Dictionary coc·cid·i·oi·do·my·co·sis kŏk-sĭd ē-oi dō-mī-kō sĭs n. An infectious respiratory disease of humans and other animals caused by inhaling the fungus Coccidioides immitis. It is characterized by fever and various respiratory symptoms. Also called valley fever [New Latin Coccidioīdēs , genus name (from Coccidium , former genus name; see coccidium -oīdēs , from Greek -oeidēs , -oid) + MYCOSIS Encyclopedia coccidioidomycosis kŏksĭd ēoi dōmīkō sĭs ) , systemic fungus disease (see fungal infection ) endemic to arid regions of the Americas, contracted by inhaling dust containing spores of the fungus Coccidioides immitis. From the respiratory tract, it can spread to the skin, bones, and central nervous system. Manifestions of the disease range from complete absence of symptoms to systemic infection and death. In 60% of the cases no clinical evidence of the disease is present and the only recognizable sign is a positive skin test; in 15% symptoms resembling those of influenza occur; and in 25% more serious signs such as swelling of the knees, weakness, pleural pain, and prostration occur. Diagnosis is made upon positive cultural identification of the fungus. Treatment is with the antifungal amphotericin B and bed rest. The soil that supports Coccidioides

40. Introduction: Coccidioidomycosis - WrongDiagnosis.com Introduction to coccidioidomycosis as a medical condition including symptoms,diagnosis, misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/c/coccidioidomycosis/intro.htm

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